{"id":23313,"date":"2025-04-08T12:00:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T10:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/?p=23313"},"modified":"2025-04-08T12:11:16","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T10:11:16","slug":"nic-scourton-edge-texas-am-junior","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/nic-scourton-edge-texas-am-junior\/","title":{"rendered":"Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&amp;M (Junior)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"23313\" class=\"elementor elementor-23313\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-361837c0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"361837c0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column 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elementor-element-6a001aad elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6a001aad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&amp;M (Junior)<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c0f425b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c0f425b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6b689a62\" data-id=\"6b689a62\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-394c78ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"394c78ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-23590\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NIC-SCOURTON-12x12.jpg 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-69a7bc0f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"69a7bc0f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-56b7cb06\" data-id=\"56b7cb06\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6225c908 elementor-author-box--avatar-yes elementor-author-box--name-yes elementor-author-box--biography-yes elementor-author-box--link-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-author-box\" data-id=\"6225c908\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"author-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div  class=\"elementor-author-box__avatar\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/74e091b72c012ca108806852792d0ba03ccc2c2b8a2ae663067d63e6a8a37d63?s=300&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g\" alt=\"Picture of Rayane M\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-author-box__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRayane M\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__bio\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-40b9b3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"40b9b3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3f8c45a6\" data-id=\"3f8c45a6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b669f18 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7b669f18\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>The 2025 NFL Draft is fast approaching, and despite an initial impression that this year's class might lack talent, The Trick Play team has once again delved into the tapes to bring you scouting reports on the players who will soon wear the jerseys of your favorite franchises.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>From Quarterback to Safety, including the trenches where Offensive Linemen and Defensive Linemen engage in a relentless battle, <\/b><b>Rayane and Valentin will walk you through the new faces of this 2025 draft class while everyone is excited about the coming NFL Draft<br \/><br \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Strengths<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<div class=\"docos-docoview-rootreply\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-first docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Impressive explosivity<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">In constant movement<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Solid against the run<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Shows nice promises on zones<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Good play recognition<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Good pass rush abilities<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Age<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Big ceiling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><br \/>Weaknesses<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Wingspan seems pretty short<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Not always on control<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Spends a little bit too much time on the bench<\/li>\n<li class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Lacks a little bit of upper-body flexibility<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Adequate bend<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5ff67df1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5ff67df1\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6ceec9a1\" data-id=\"6ceec9a1\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ca9b213 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"7ca9b213\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">EDGE Nic Scourton<br><br>Despite an average season at least statistically speaking I find it very hard to explain Nic&#39;s fall on certain projections because while there are indeed some aspects of his game that can raise questions he retains significant potential in my opinion<br><br>Tier 1 \ud83d\udc8e <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/BrLVUThM1B\">pic.twitter.com\/BrLVUThM1B<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Rayane M (@RayaneScout) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RayaneScout\/status\/1889705231082029297?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 12, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-336b143c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"336b143c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-276362d1\" data-id=\"276362d1\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-793a6118 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"793a6118\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>TTProfil<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<div class=\"docos-docoview-rootreply\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docos-replyview-first docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"docos-docoview-rootreply\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-first docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"docos-docoview-rootreply\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-first docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">How could we not start with what makes Nic Scourton one of the most intriguing Edge prospects in the upcoming draft? There are really two traits that immediately stand out when watching Nic\u2014traits that even the most casual observers will notice right away.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">The first thing\u2014without a doubt\u2014is the impressive explosiveness in his game. Whether it\u2019s his first step out of his stance, the way he violently swipes at blockers\u2019 hands with quick, active movements, or the sheer power he generates when going for a bull rush, Nic oozes explosiveness and burst. It\u2019s something you can see on literally any of his tapes, and it stands out as one of his biggest strengths.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">All the more promising considering that, according to some insiders, Scourton reportedly shed quite a bit of weight ahead of the pre-draft process\u2014weight that the Texas A&amp;M staff had originally asked him to put on. This would bring him closer to his playing weight back at Purdue, where his explosiveness was even more noticeable. Definitely a good sign.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Et c\u2019est justement cette intensit\u00e9 constante qui rend Nic Scourton aussi plaisant \u00e0 observer. Il ne triche pas, il ne s\u00e9lectionne pas ses actions : chaque snap est une opportunit\u00e9 pour lui de faire un jeu d\u00e9cisif. Ce moteur impressionnant, combin\u00e9 \u00e0 son explosivit\u00e9 naturelle, en fait un cauchemar pour les OL adverses. C\u2019est typiquement le genre de profil qu\u2019un coach va adorer int\u00e9grer dans sa rotation d\u00e9fensive, voire m\u00eame b\u00e2tir autour s\u2019il continue sur cette lanc\u00e9e.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">He's also a pleasure to watch when pursuing plays, because once again, he executes without hesitation and does it at a good pace most of the time, which often allows him to stay close to the ball and remain involved in what's happening on the field.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Before discussing his abilities as a pass rusher, it's important to highlight the impact Nic can have against the run\u2014an area where he certainly holds his own. Thanks to solid strength in both his upper and lower body, Scourton does a good job holding off most blockers. And thanks to the explosiveness we mentioned earlier, he even occasionally manages to avoid oncoming blockers altogether and go straight after the play.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Thanks to these key traits\u2014his solid strength, impressive explosiveness, and relentless motor\u2014Nic is a strong run defender. In fact, he could still take another step forward by learning to slightly rein in his energy and enthusiasm. In other words, with a bit more experience.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">Scourton also showed some encouraging flashes throughout the season when dropping into zone coverage. While there\u2019s still work to be done, it\u2019s quite promising, and it opens the door to envisioning him as a potential OLB at the pro level. It\u2019s rare enough to highlight, but Nic truly seems comfortable and in his element, which suggests solid potential in that area.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Naturally, if he's able to show promise against the run, as a pass rusher, and even in zone coverage situations, it's also because Nic has a fairly solid ability to read the game. While he still occasionally falls into traps, it's usually due to overcommitment rather than poor instincts. Overall, Scourton reads the game quite well and doesn\u2019t waste much time processing, which places him in the upper tier of prospects in this area \u2014 a skill often lacking at the college level.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Finally, let's focus on what most people care about when discussing the Edge rusher position: his abilities as a Pass rusher. While it's quite clear that Scourton is a Power rusher based on his physique and playing style, I was rather impressed by the quality of the few pass rush moves he has mastered, particularly his Spin move, which is devastating. While Nic may not be the prospect with the most developed arsenal I've scouted, it's still solid.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">One thing is for sure, there is a real area of growth for his Pass rush to add more finesse and technique to his arsenal, which currently relies too much on his power and physical abilities. As I mentioned, it seems like he has lost weight to get closer to his ideal weight from his Purdue days, meaning that while he should gain explosiveness and velocity, he might lose some power. This makes it even more important for him to develop a more varied technical arsenal.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Finally, we shouldn't forget that Scourton is still young. When watching him play, it's easy to forget that he was only 20 years old this season and will turn 21 next August. The promise of his potential is therefore very significant, and his age will be a decisive factor that could really influence his value in the upcoming draft.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-anchoredreplyview-header\">\n<div class=\"docos-anchoredreplyview-buttonholder hide-on-readonly\">\n<div class=\"docos-overflowmenu-outer\">\n<div class=\"goog-inline-block goog-menu-button docos-docomenu-dropdown goog-toolbar-menu-button\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" data-tooltip=\"Autres options\" aria-label=\"Other options...\">\n<div class=\"goog-inline-block goog-toolbar-menu-button-outer-box\">\n<div class=\"goog-inline-block goog-toolbar-menu-button-inner-box\">\n<div class=\"goog-inline-block goog-toolbar-menu-button-caption\">\n<div class=\"docs-icon goog-inline-block docs-material docos-icon-overflow-three-dots-size\">\n<div class=\"docs-icon-img-container docs-icon-img docs-icon-more-vert-24\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docs-icon-img-container docs-icon-img docs-icon-insert-emoticon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-docoview-rootreply\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docos-replyview-first docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable-background\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">With Nic Scourton's strengths now behind us, it's time to look at the little flaws in his game.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">One small point that could be important once he arrives in the NFL and will be worth monitoring during the official measurements of the pre-draft process, is that, by eye when studying the tapes, Nic seems to have rather short arms.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Enough, at least, for me to notice it multiple times. We'll have to see if this is confirmed, but if it is, his shorter wingspan could make it harder for him to use certain pass rush techniques or even struggle to disengage from blockers once the block is engaged, especially with the size and strength of NFL players. This will definitely be a point to monitor during his development once he reaches the big league.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">While Nic is clearly a player full of enthusiasm on the field, he will still need to be a bit more controlled in this regard. It's not that his energy is a problem in itself\u2014quite the opposite\u2014but rather that due to this, Nic sometimes tends to play a bit out of control.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">He plays with so much drive that it's not uncommon to see him throw himself into the battle, often resulting in missed plays due to this eagerness.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">If you need an example, just watch the game against Texas this season. I lost count of the number of reps where Nic ends up on the ground after losing his balance in his eagerness to rush the play, allowing the offensive lineman to push him down. By diving in when he was actually in position to make the play, he also missed one or two tackles in that game, including one for a loss.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">It's a shame, especially since he's capable\u2014 as shown in the videos\u2014 of having more composed, more thoughtful reps where you can clearly see that he has no particular balance issues, thanks in part to the strong lower body he possesses. His enthusiasm often pushes him to rush into the play, completely throwing off his balance. He will need to be channeled in the right direction or, alternatively, selected by a team that plays in a 1-gap system where Scourton will have the freedom to fully commit to his designated gap responsibility.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview docos-anchoredreplyview docsshared-no-select-when-no-download docos-replyview-comment\">\n<div class=\"docos-collapsible-replyview\">\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-static\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Another point that requires a closer look at his season is that Scourton sometimes spends a lot of time off the field. I noticed this in several games, and I can't really explain why he ends up on the bench for such long stretches. When it comes to pass rushing, he is quite dominant. He is also solid in run-stopping situations and remains very engaged in these plays. So, I don't quite understand the issue, especially considering he's shown that he can line up effectively as both a Defensive End and an Outside Linebacker, whether in a 3-4 or 4-3 front.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">The only plausible reason I can think of would be a lack of cardio, but even then, from what I saw on tape, Scourton didn't seem excessively fatigued. Moreover, I think that if endurance is indeed an issue, the weight loss should help him sustain reps more effectively.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">Finally, the last two points to consider are actually quite related, as you'll see, because Nic lacks a bit of flexibility in his upper body. It's far from horrible, but on certain movements, particularly in pass rush situations, it's often what costs him that extra second to get a sack rather than just a pressure.<\/div>\n<div class=\"docos-replyview-body docos-anchoredreplyview-body docos-replyview-body-emoji-reactable\" dir=\"ltr\">This also directly affects his ability to bend, which is clearly not elite either, although it's still not horrible. Nic would greatly benefit from working on this to become more lethal once in the pros, but again, I\u2019ll wait to see what he can show after his weight loss, as the Scourton from Purdue seemed much more lethal and comfortable in his pass rush.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>In conclusion, Nic Scourton has a very nice profile and will certainly catch the attention of franchises looking for a young power rusher to develop, but precisely, the key word here is development. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>It may be wise not to place too many expectations on his shoulders in his rookie year because, while it's clear that Nic has talent and potential, he is also still raw in some areas, perhaps more than initially apparent. The worst thing would be to draft him and expect him to immediately revive and carry all the responsibilities of a team's pass rush; that would set him up for failure. I believe that, once fully developed, Nic Scourton could evolve into a profile similar to Preston Smith. <br \/><\/strong><strong>A solid projection as a reliable Edge 2 who can truly make his mark in the league if he lands in the right environment, with the upside that could potentially allow him to aim higher\u2014this is clearly the trajectory I envision for him. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>That being said, I\u2019m eagerly awaiting his official measurements, which could slightly lower his value if they confirm the T-Rex arm impression I\u2019ve had. This point is quite concerning because it could affect both his performance as a pass rusher and as a run stopper. In that case, no matter how much he trains and develops, if the offensive lineman gets his hands on him and locks him in the block before he can even get close, Nic won\u2019t be able to do anything more.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In the meantime, Nic Scourton joins Abdul Carter in Tier 1 of my Edge rankings for this draft class, and I wouldn\u2019t have too much trouble seeing him go in the first round. However, in reality, his still somewhat raw side would make him a better candidate for the start of the second round, given the development needed and the profile he brings with him.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&amp;M (Junior) La Draft NFL 2025 approche \u00e0 grand pas et malgr\u00e9 une cuv\u00e9e qui de prime abord semblait manquer de talent, l&rsquo;\u00e9quipe de The Trick Play s&rsquo;est \u00e0 nouveau plong\u00e9 dans les tapes afin de pouvoir vous proposer les scouting reports des joueurs qui porteront bient\u00f4t le maillot de vos [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":23590,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[264,262],"tags":[77,88,75,72,134,145],"class_list":["post-23313","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-edges-2025","category-scouting-2025","tag-draft","tag-edge","tag-nfl-draft","tag-scouting","tag-sec","tag-texas-am"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23313","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23313"}],"version-history":[{"count":34,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23313\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23593,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23313\/revisions\/23593"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23590"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23313"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23313"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thetrickplay.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23313"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}